Ok here is a poem I came up with for my MGP project:
What Am I?
I am as sweet as candy
and
soft as cotton.
I am quiet as a mouse
when you speak to me.
I say kind words like
thank you and please.
and
do it with a smile
You can find me on
cloudy, sunny and windy day.
I also give out my tiny hands
to those who need it
and
I like to share
I make you laugh
and
What am I?
I am what will bring you lots of friends
I am MANNERS
Sunday, November 29, 2009
Thursday, October 29, 2009
Expository Writing/Persuade
Ok for MGP topic: MATTERS : For my expository writing piece I think I am going to make a poster that reads How to be Nice: then show 3 to 4 pictures people displaying various nice acts for example: sharing, helping others, listening, using kind words etc...... Then writing a sentence explaining the picture. I am still not sure what to write for the persuasive piece maybe think of a song that rhymes. since I am going to use the emotion method to persuade my audience (kinder/1st grade students) or maybe a poem????? still thinking confused on how I can do this any ideas???? They welcomed if you have any !!!!!!
Sunday, October 25, 2009
MARIJUANA
Should Marijuana be legalized is the blog question????
Well to begin I think this topic is very controversial and can be argued for days or maybe forever. I personally do not agree that it should be legalized. Why? Because I think if it does, it will be doing more harm than good. I think more people will become addicted to it, yes the same way many are addicted to alcohol and cigarettes. And what would likely happen? We would be dealing with more crime, gangs, auto accidents, sickness, higher dropout rates etc….. the list can go on and on. So my question is why? Would we want to legalize other drug that is more likely to do more harm than good? Well I am sure many can argue this point. I can understand the drug being used for medical purposes, but not as a legalized drug that can be bought at the local grocery store.
Well to begin I think this topic is very controversial and can be argued for days or maybe forever. I personally do not agree that it should be legalized. Why? Because I think if it does, it will be doing more harm than good. I think more people will become addicted to it, yes the same way many are addicted to alcohol and cigarettes. And what would likely happen? We would be dealing with more crime, gangs, auto accidents, sickness, higher dropout rates etc….. the list can go on and on. So my question is why? Would we want to legalize other drug that is more likely to do more harm than good? Well I am sure many can argue this point. I can understand the drug being used for medical purposes, but not as a legalized drug that can be bought at the local grocery store.
Thursday, October 15, 2009
What is a narrative?
What is a narrative?
A narrative is a type of writing that tells a story that has a beginning, middle, and end. A narrative also has the following key components:
An introduction
A conclusion
Topic sentences
A plot
A setting
A main character/s and other supporting characters
Climax
Are Descriptive
Theme
Fiction or Non fiction
Have lots of details
A Conflict
A Resolution
Have lots of details
Can have pictures
An example of a narrative is a book
The following books are examples of narratives:
Cinderella
Sleeping Beauty
The Three Little Pigs
Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs
Pinocchio
A narrative is a type of writing that tells a story that has a beginning, middle, and end. A narrative also has the following key components:
An introduction
A conclusion
Topic sentences
A plot
A setting
A main character/s and other supporting characters
Climax
Are Descriptive
Theme
Fiction or Non fiction
Have lots of details
A Conflict
A Resolution
Have lots of details
Can have pictures
An example of a narrative is a book
The following books are examples of narratives:
Cinderella
Sleeping Beauty
The Three Little Pigs
Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs
Pinocchio
Wednesday, October 7, 2009
MGP Narrative Rough Draft
MGP –Narrative
Rough Draft
One day Lindsey came home from school a little sad, and said Grandma why is Delia so mean to me at school? What do you mean? Grandma replied. Delia keeps on messing with me and my friends during recess.
Delia was Lindsey was next door neighbor, and also her friend she thought. Delia seems to be a different person after school Lindsey told Grandma. At school Delia picks on me at the playground. Delia calls me names and pushes me around, and is always trying to embarrass me in front of my friends. I don’t understand Lindsey said, I thought she was my friend.
Grandma replied, that doesn’t sound like a friend to me. Lindsey said I agree, I don’t think she understands how to be a real friend. Lindsey said, you know Grandma I am not the only one that feels this way. You see Delia is so rude and obnoxious towards people that no one wants to be around her. Delia really has no friends, because she has no manners.
Rough Draft
One day Lindsey came home from school a little sad, and said Grandma why is Delia so mean to me at school? What do you mean? Grandma replied. Delia keeps on messing with me and my friends during recess.
Delia was Lindsey was next door neighbor, and also her friend she thought. Delia seems to be a different person after school Lindsey told Grandma. At school Delia picks on me at the playground. Delia calls me names and pushes me around, and is always trying to embarrass me in front of my friends. I don’t understand Lindsey said, I thought she was my friend.
Grandma replied, that doesn’t sound like a friend to me. Lindsey said I agree, I don’t think she understands how to be a real friend. Lindsey said, you know Grandma I am not the only one that feels this way. You see Delia is so rude and obnoxious towards people that no one wants to be around her. Delia really has no friends, because she has no manners.
Thursday, October 1, 2009
MEMORIES
MEMORIES
Wednesday activity was very touching, funny, and very emotional for many including me. Well I did not share much in class, but I will share a little more in my blog. I am a little reserve when it comes to my personal life, and really do not open up to people until I know them a little better.
I will begin with the memory of my dear Mom which still brings me to tears at times. I remember the morning I received the phone call from my sister. It was Sunday morning the day before I was moving back home to San Antonio. We had finally got military orders for Texas, and I remember my Mom was so happy that I finally was moving back home. I had prayed for months that we would get these orders, and who would know I would lose her a day before I arrived. I remember flying home that morning hoping it was just a dream. It seemed like everything had changed in a split second, and it did my Mom was gone. I was sad, angry, and in shock, but glad that she was now in a better place. And I thank God for the years she shared with me. I love and miss her dearly, but know she’s always with me.
Other memory from long ago would be when everyone in my family liked each other. Yes the good old days, when everyone got along: aunts, uncles, cousins, nephews, and nieces. I remember growing up every weekend, bar b q, volley ball, cards etc… over at Grandma’s. But to have this happen today would be a miracle. It’s sad how the evilness of the world destroys love, friendship and happiness. (That’s if you let it???)
Wednesday activity was very touching, funny, and very emotional for many including me. Well I did not share much in class, but I will share a little more in my blog. I am a little reserve when it comes to my personal life, and really do not open up to people until I know them a little better.
I will begin with the memory of my dear Mom which still brings me to tears at times. I remember the morning I received the phone call from my sister. It was Sunday morning the day before I was moving back home to San Antonio. We had finally got military orders for Texas, and I remember my Mom was so happy that I finally was moving back home. I had prayed for months that we would get these orders, and who would know I would lose her a day before I arrived. I remember flying home that morning hoping it was just a dream. It seemed like everything had changed in a split second, and it did my Mom was gone. I was sad, angry, and in shock, but glad that she was now in a better place. And I thank God for the years she shared with me. I love and miss her dearly, but know she’s always with me.
Other memory from long ago would be when everyone in my family liked each other. Yes the good old days, when everyone got along: aunts, uncles, cousins, nephews, and nieces. I remember growing up every weekend, bar b q, volley ball, cards etc… over at Grandma’s. But to have this happen today would be a miracle. It’s sad how the evilness of the world destroys love, friendship and happiness. (That’s if you let it???)
Thursday, September 24, 2009
Personal Writing and All About Me
Personal Writing & All About Me
Wow! I never realized how much writing I do on a daily basis, even though I do not like to write I know it’s something I must do and learn to love since I will be doing it forever, and I must remember that writing is a process like Dr. Harris stressed. What type of personal writing do I always do? Email and To Do List: Well I think I would be lost without my “To Do List”. This list keeps me organized and sane. This list is especially helpful when it comes to my school work, my kids, and it helps me keep my household running smoothly. The other is of course is email. Though, sometimes I need to hear my friend’s voice email is quick and easy, and I can usually get straight to the point. Other personal writing I do is grocery list, journal writing, and school work of course.
The All About Me Activity:
I really enjoyed this activity. I will definitely use this activity with my students. You can have students write about themselves, about their favorite character in a book, their hero, or about an important person in their life. Well my all about me book was about me being a MOM. I did not get to finish it, but this was the first thing that came to mind. My children are my world, and currently they consume it along with school. But no complains I am happy God has given me the strength, and the opportunity to go to school full time, care for my family, and direct my path to a life fulfilling career: EDUCATION
Who am I?
I am sweet as Jam
I am caring and lovely
Who is also nurturing
And giving
I am patient
And wanting
The best for you
Who am I?
MOM
Wow! I never realized how much writing I do on a daily basis, even though I do not like to write I know it’s something I must do and learn to love since I will be doing it forever, and I must remember that writing is a process like Dr. Harris stressed. What type of personal writing do I always do? Email and To Do List: Well I think I would be lost without my “To Do List”. This list keeps me organized and sane. This list is especially helpful when it comes to my school work, my kids, and it helps me keep my household running smoothly. The other is of course is email. Though, sometimes I need to hear my friend’s voice email is quick and easy, and I can usually get straight to the point. Other personal writing I do is grocery list, journal writing, and school work of course.
The All About Me Activity:
I really enjoyed this activity. I will definitely use this activity with my students. You can have students write about themselves, about their favorite character in a book, their hero, or about an important person in their life. Well my all about me book was about me being a MOM. I did not get to finish it, but this was the first thing that came to mind. My children are my world, and currently they consume it along with school. But no complains I am happy God has given me the strength, and the opportunity to go to school full time, care for my family, and direct my path to a life fulfilling career: EDUCATION
Who am I?
I am sweet as Jam
I am caring and lovely
Who is also nurturing
And giving
I am patient
And wanting
The best for you
Who am I?
MOM
Thursday, September 17, 2009
BLOG # 3 WRITING PROCESS
BLOG # 3
Writing Process:
The writing process consists of five key features:
1. It begins wit the pre-writing stage. This is the stage where students brain storm their ideas, thus pick various topics they want to write about. They can use graphic organizers to help with this process. This is the free writing stage.
2. The second stage is the drafting stage also known as the rough draft stage. This is the stage where students start writing about their ideas. This stage is all about planning. The students do not worry about grammatical errors, they just write and write. It can be sloppy, in a journal, blog or on plain paper.
3. The third stage is the revising stage. This is the stage where students will re read their writings and reflect. They can change the content, ideas, add or delete sentences, or change word choice. A good way to help with process is to have others read it. This can be done in a writer's workshop, writing conference, with partners or in a group of three.
4. The fourth stage is the editing stage. This is the stage students will proofread, and check for mechanical errors. It is important to have at least three other people look over the writing. Students will make all necessary corrections before publishing it.
5. The final stage is the publishing stage. This is the finish product. You can display it on walls, desks, halls,thus give it meaning>>>>>
"If I won the lottery", first of all I would cry, scream, and probably faint. Then after I wake up, I would pinch myself just to make sure I wasn't dreaming. And if it was true, then I would begin by thanking God for giving me instant wealth. I would immediately go pay off my home mortgage, invest in my children education, share some with family and friends, and of course splurge a little.
And yes I probably have to prepare myself for those lost relatives that will magically start appearing. And yes "If I won the lotto I would still pursue my education, because instant wealth can easily become instant poverty if one becomes too consume in money. I personally believe that money probably would bring me some joy, but not necessarily a purpose or true happiness. No amount of money can bring me the happiness my children and husband bring me. Finally, I think "If I won the lotto, I probably would give most of it away like my husband always says"
Writing Process:
The writing process consists of five key features:
1. It begins wit the pre-writing stage. This is the stage where students brain storm their ideas, thus pick various topics they want to write about. They can use graphic organizers to help with this process. This is the free writing stage.
2. The second stage is the drafting stage also known as the rough draft stage. This is the stage where students start writing about their ideas. This stage is all about planning. The students do not worry about grammatical errors, they just write and write. It can be sloppy, in a journal, blog or on plain paper.
3. The third stage is the revising stage. This is the stage where students will re read their writings and reflect. They can change the content, ideas, add or delete sentences, or change word choice. A good way to help with process is to have others read it. This can be done in a writer's workshop, writing conference, with partners or in a group of three.
4. The fourth stage is the editing stage. This is the stage students will proofread, and check for mechanical errors. It is important to have at least three other people look over the writing. Students will make all necessary corrections before publishing it.
5. The final stage is the publishing stage. This is the finish product. You can display it on walls, desks, halls,thus give it meaning>>>>>
"If I won the lottery", first of all I would cry, scream, and probably faint. Then after I wake up, I would pinch myself just to make sure I wasn't dreaming. And if it was true, then I would begin by thanking God for giving me instant wealth. I would immediately go pay off my home mortgage, invest in my children education, share some with family and friends, and of course splurge a little.
And yes I probably have to prepare myself for those lost relatives that will magically start appearing. And yes "If I won the lotto I would still pursue my education, because instant wealth can easily become instant poverty if one becomes too consume in money. I personally believe that money probably would bring me some joy, but not necessarily a purpose or true happiness. No amount of money can bring me the happiness my children and husband bring me. Finally, I think "If I won the lotto, I probably would give most of it away like my husband always says"
Wednesday, September 9, 2009
BLOG #2 Circular Stories
BLOG #2
What is a circular story?
A circular story is a story that begins and ends in the same place, meaning it begins with a particular subject followed by sequenced events that will eventually lead back to the original subject
How can you use it in the classroom and in other disciplines?
You can use this circular idea in other subjects. For example you can use in Science to describe the various kinds of cycles that processes this scenario: like the water, human development or butterfly cycle. You can use in math concepts. You can also use in it with classroom rules explaining that breaking a rule will always frame back to the same consequence? Maybe
Describe ways to make reading fun?
I think some ways teachers can make reading fun by:
· Allowing students to pick the books they are interesting in reading.
· Integrating art into books they read. Example: have the students draw and paint about their favorite character in the story, have then make a comic strip about the story, or have them change the beginning or ending of a story and display in a their own book.
· Drama /theater plays to go with the reading: for example read: The Little Red Riding Hood then have students write a play script, act, and make prompts, masks, costumes etc… for the story
· Allowing students to read a book then watch the movie
· Model that you yourself (teacher) enjoy reading
· Integrating stories you read with other core other subjects
· Engage students in centers that require reading, but are also very interesting, fun and engaging.
· Food which I think is the students favorite, bring in food that goes along with the story
· Read a story then have students make a game to go along with it.
· Have students make ABC books about the story they read
What is a circular story?
A circular story is a story that begins and ends in the same place, meaning it begins with a particular subject followed by sequenced events that will eventually lead back to the original subject
How can you use it in the classroom and in other disciplines?
You can use this circular idea in other subjects. For example you can use in Science to describe the various kinds of cycles that processes this scenario: like the water, human development or butterfly cycle. You can use in math concepts. You can also use in it with classroom rules explaining that breaking a rule will always frame back to the same consequence? Maybe
Describe ways to make reading fun?
I think some ways teachers can make reading fun by:
· Allowing students to pick the books they are interesting in reading.
· Integrating art into books they read. Example: have the students draw and paint about their favorite character in the story, have then make a comic strip about the story, or have them change the beginning or ending of a story and display in a their own book.
· Drama /theater plays to go with the reading: for example read: The Little Red Riding Hood then have students write a play script, act, and make prompts, masks, costumes etc… for the story
· Allowing students to read a book then watch the movie
· Model that you yourself (teacher) enjoy reading
· Integrating stories you read with other core other subjects
· Engage students in centers that require reading, but are also very interesting, fun and engaging.
· Food which I think is the students favorite, bring in food that goes along with the story
· Read a story then have students make a game to go along with it.
· Have students make ABC books about the story they read
Monday, August 31, 2009
BLOG #1 EDRG 3344
BLOG #1 EDRG 3344
How Do I Learn?
How do I learn? I think I learn best by visual, auditory, and hands on methods. I think when I see, listen, and engage in an activity I learn, versus just memorizing a particular method, skill or facts. I think when a make a connection, for example with a particular event, method, or skill I can say I am more likely to own the information, and will reference it again. For example, when I take a class online, I only memorize or use that the information for that particular class, and I honestly can say I really do not remember much of it unless I refresh on it again, but when I attend class in person, and write, hear, engage, and see new information four differently ways I usually remember it or say learn.
My Multiple Intelligences Results:
Highest score: Suggest I have intrapersonal strength
Middle scores: Logical and Existential strength
Lowest scores: Naturalist strength and Musical strength
I think I am a well rounded person, who values family and one that has a passion for learning and that is also eager to share with others.
Motivation:
Intrinsic motivation is what keeps me wanting more. I am moved by internal drive, thus I am moved by things I really believe in. I usually follow my gut feelings about things if I feel something is not right. I am moved and want to learn or read more about things that I am interested in.
How Do I Learn?
How do I learn? I think I learn best by visual, auditory, and hands on methods. I think when I see, listen, and engage in an activity I learn, versus just memorizing a particular method, skill or facts. I think when a make a connection, for example with a particular event, method, or skill I can say I am more likely to own the information, and will reference it again. For example, when I take a class online, I only memorize or use that the information for that particular class, and I honestly can say I really do not remember much of it unless I refresh on it again, but when I attend class in person, and write, hear, engage, and see new information four differently ways I usually remember it or say learn.
My Multiple Intelligences Results:
Highest score: Suggest I have intrapersonal strength
Middle scores: Logical and Existential strength
Lowest scores: Naturalist strength and Musical strength
I think I am a well rounded person, who values family and one that has a passion for learning and that is also eager to share with others.
Motivation:
Intrinsic motivation is what keeps me wanting more. I am moved by internal drive, thus I am moved by things I really believe in. I usually follow my gut feelings about things if I feel something is not right. I am moved and want to learn or read more about things that I am interested in.
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